Project Planner Scheduler (II, III or Senior)

Posted: 05/09/2025
Energy and Utilities

APPLICATION MATERIALS

Applicants are required to submit a combined cover letter and resume in one PDF document. Your cover letter must summarize how your education and experience has prepared you for the Project Planner Scheduler role.  Incomplete materials will not be considered.
To expedite the application process, combine your cover letter and resume into one PDF document before applying and upload electronically when requested in the online application process.
This position is OPEN UNTIL FILLED and applicants are encouraged to apply immediately.  The first review date for application materials is scheduled for May 29.
Interested parties are also invited to contact Human Resources at joblist@chelanpud.org to discuss the position.

SALARY RANGE

The advertised hiring range for the Project Planner Scheduler II will be $82,160 - $102,700, with a maximum opportunity of up to $123,240 with tenure and strong performance.
The advertised hiring range for the Project Planner Scheduler III will be $97,360 - $121,700, with a maximum opportunity of up to $146,040 with tenure and strong performance.
The advertised hiring range for the Project Planner Scheduler Senior will be $112,560 - $140,700, with a maximum opportunity of up to $168,840 with tenure and strong performance.
Introductory Period: New employees holding regular positions must complete an introductory period of twelve months.

BENEFITS EPOA

In addition to competitive wages Chelan PUD employees also enjoy outstanding benefits which include zero cost employer funded medical, dental, and vision healthcare benefits, access to the employee assistance program, a VEBA health reimbursement account, and long-term care.
Washington state retirement PERS participation and optional 457 plan participation with an employer matching 401(a) plan.
Leave, life & disability benefits including paid leave starting at 21 days per calendar year up to 35 with tenure, 11 paid holidays per calendar year, paid jury duty, short-term disability & long-term disability, and basic life, AD&D, and optional voluntary life.
The work life benefits include optional flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care, educational assistance, various rewards and recognition programs and position specific stipends.
For more explanation of the district benefits please visit our benefits website www.mychelanpudbenefits.org.

JOB POSTING

The Project Planner Scheduler will be filled at the II, III or Senior level, contingent upon the experience level of the selected candidate. 
Project Planner Scheduler II Overview
Responsible for planning and scheduling duties for both maintenance and capital projects for the division assigned. This includes developing and maintaining schedules for projects, programs and the division's annual work plan. Work collaboratively with project managers and teams to create, maintain and update schedules. Participate in a collaborative effort to develop project scheduling and schedule reporting standards, processes, reports and tools using Primavera, Maxavera, Maximo, PeopleSoft and other tools. Works with the manager of project support, project managers and business offices to support the District's project and program planning, scheduling, budgeting, reporting and asset-planning efforts.
 
Project Planner Scheduler II Responsibilities
  • Develop and update schedules for projects and programs. Work collaboratively with project managers on progress, risks, and resource allocation.
  • Maintain project-based, annual and five-year work plans with input from work groups, clients and director. Assists with engineering resource capacity planning.
  • Assist with maintaining and reporting on project cost controls that support the execution of projects for the responsible division within the District's project management and project portfolio management environment. Act as a liaison between project managers and business managers to ensure timely communication of budgets, expenditures and variances. Support managers, engineers, and project managers by providing project related Maximo work orders.
  • Utilize standard project work break-down structures, schedule templates and project schedule reports. Educate engineers, project managers and construction managers on their use.
  • Maintain an integrated monthly project schedule with input from project leaders using Primavera and related software. Collaborate with engineering and project management and division business managers to produce monthly summary report.
  • Collaborate with planning teams in creating and updating work plans.
  • Receive and track requests for action (RFAs) and service requests (SRs). Maintain log and report to managers and directors.
  • Monitor progress on work plans, update periodically and report to managers and directors.
  • Maintain regular and predictable attendance: Perform related duties and responsibilities as required. Comply with District policies. Complete all required training. Maintain a working knowledge and comply with District safety procedures and specific safety requirements of this position, and those in accordance with applicable provisions of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) and Washington Administrative Code (WAC).
  • As a secondary function, drive a motorized vehicle while conducting business on behalf of the District.

Project Planner Scheduler II Education
Equivalent experience (year for year) may substitute for required education.
  • Bachelor's Degree (B. S. or B. A.) in Business, Construction Management, Engineering Technology, Engineering from a four-year college or university is required. 
  • Equivalent experience (year for year) may substitute for required education. 
 
Project Planner Scheduler II Experience
  • 3+ years with demonstrated progressive responsibility as a project scheduler, project manager, construction manager, project engineer, project superintendent or operations manager is required. 
  • Experience in the utility and/or construction industries is preferred. 
 
Project Planner Scheduler II Licenses and Certifications
  • Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)-PMI is preferred. 
  • Certificates in various project management disciplines and/or project management tools are preferred. 
 
Project Planner Scheduler II Skills and Abilities
A fully skilled incumbent will have the following knowledge skills & abilities: 
  • Working knowledge of project management, project scheduling and construction means and methods used to manage complex projects in the utility, hydroelectric, water resource and construction fields.
  • Strong communication, teamwork, and coordination skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and critical thinking ability and the ability to effectively collaborate with project managers, engineers, contractors, maintenance managers, crafts people and utility leadership. 
  • To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of the following: 

    - PeopleSoft timekeeping 
    - Maximo 
    - Primavera 
    - Microsoft 365 software (Excel, Word, etc.) 
  • Expertise in operation of computers and general office equipment. 
  • Must be proficient in reading, writing and speaking English. 
 
Project Planner Scheduler III Overview
Responsible for conducting a range of planning and scheduling duties relative to both maintenance and capital projects for the division assigned. This includes developing and maintaining schedules for major projects, programs and the division's annual work plan. Perform assessments of project progress as required and work collaboratively with project managers and teams to create, maintain and update schedules. Participate in a collaborative effort to develop project scheduling and schedule reporting standards, processes, reports and tools using Primavera, Maxavera, Maximo, PeopleSoft and other tools. Work with engineering managers, project managers, construction managers, engineers, clients and business offices to support the District's project and program planning, scheduling, budgeting, reporting and asset-planning efforts. Provide guidance to others on a continual basis concerning work plans and schedules.

Project Planner Scheduler III Responsibilities
  • Lead the development and updating of schedules for projects and programs. Work collaboratively with project managers on progress, risks, and resource allocation.
  • Maintain project-based, annual and five-year work plans with input from work groups, clients and director. Identify labor and resource conflicts, gaps and bottlenecks. Conducts engineering resource capacity planning.
  • Create and maintain an integrated monthly project schedule with input from project leaders using Primavera and related software. Collaborate with engineering and project management and division business managers to produce monthly summary report.
  • Collaborate with planning teams in creating and updating work plans.
  • Responsible for maintaining and reporting on project cost controls that support the execution of projects for the responsible division within the District's project management and project portfolio management environment. Act as a liaison between project managers and business managers to ensure timely communication of budgets, expenditures and variances. Support managers, engineers, and project managers by providing project related Maximo work orders.
  • Maintain standard project work break-down structures, schedule templates and project schedule reports. Educate engineers, project managers and construction managers on their use.
  • Receive and track requests for action (RFAs) and service requests (SRs). Maintain log and report to managers and directors.
  • Monitor progress on work plans, update periodically and report to managers and directors.
  • Maintain regular and predictable attendance: Perform related duties and responsibilities as required. Comply with District policies. Complete all required training. Maintain a working knowledge and comply with District safety procedures and specific safety requirements of this position, and those in accordance with applicable provisions of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) and Washington Administrative Code (WAC).
  • As a secondary function, drive a motorized vehicle while conducting business on behalf of the District.

Project Planner Scheduler III Education
Equivalent experience (year for year) may substitute for required education.
  • Bachelor's Degree (B. S. or B. A.) in Business, Construction Management, Engineering Technology, Engineering from a four-year college or university is required. 
  • Equivalent experience (year for year) may substitute for required education. 

Project Planner Scheduler III Experience
  • 6+ years with demonstrated progressive responsibility as a project scheduler, project manager, construction manager, project engineer, project superintendent or operations manager is required. 
  • Experience in the utility and/or construction industries is preferred. 
  • Experience in a generation-based utility directly involved in complex projects is desired. 

Project Planner Scheduler III Licenses and Certifications
  • Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)-PMI is preferred.
  • Certificates in various project management disciplines and/or project management tools are preferred. 

Project Planner Scheduler III Skills and Abilities
A fully skilled incumbent will have the following knowledge skills & abilities: 
  • Detailed knowledge of project management, project scheduling and construction means and methods used to manage complex projects in the utility, hydroelectric, water resource and construction fields. 
  • General knowledge of public works procurement, bidding, award and close out processes, according to Washington state law. 
  • Strong communication, teamwork, and coordination skills. 
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and critical thinking ability and the ability to effectively collaborate with project managers, engineers, contractors, maintenance managers, crafts people and utility leadership. 
  • To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of the following: 

    - PeopleSoft timekeeping
    - Maximo 
    - Primavera 
    - Microsoft 365 software (Excel, Word, etc.) 
  • Expertise in operation of computers and general office equipment. 
  • Must be proficient in reading, writing and speaking English. 

Project Planner Scheduler Senior Overview
Responsible for leading a full range of planning and scheduling duties relative to both maintenance and capital projects for the division assigned. This includes developing and maintaining schedules for major projects, programs and the division's annual work plan. Perform independent assessments of project progress as required, and work collaboratively with project managers and teams to create, maintain and update schedules. Participate in or lead a collaborative effort to develop project scheduling and schedule reporting standards, processes, reports and tools using Primavera, Maxavera, Maximo, PeopleSoft and other tools. Work with division directors, engineering managers, project managers, construction managers, engineers, clients and business staff to support the District's project and program planning, scheduling, budgeting, reporting and asset-planning efforts. Provide extensive guidance to others on a continual basis concerning work plans and schedules.


Project Planner Scheduler Senior Responsibilities
  • Lead the development and updating of schedules for projects and programs. Create high-level (summarized) integrated schedules from individual schedules created and maintained by project leaders. Develop an independent perspective about progress made and conflicts or resource issues that could affect progress.
  • Develop and maintain project-based, annual and five-year work plans with input from work groups, clients and director. Identify labor and resource conflicts, gaps and bottlenecks. Has lead responsibility for performing engineering resource capacity planning.
  • Develop and maintain standard project work break-down structures, schedule templates and project schedule reports. Educate engineers, project managers and construction managers on their use.
  • Create and maintain an integrated monthly project schedule with input from project leaders using Primavera and related software. Collaborate with engineering & project management and division business managers to produce monthly summary report.
  • Collaborate with planning teams in creating and updating work plans.
  • Receive and track requests for action (RFAs) and service requests (SRs). Maintain log and report to managers and directors.
  • Lead responsibility for developing, maintaining and reporting on project cost controls that support the execution of projects for the responsible division within the District's project management and project portfolio management environment. Act as a liaison between project managers and business managers to ensure timely communication of budgets, expenditures and variances. Support managers, engineers, and project managers by providing project related Maximo work orders.
  • Monitor progress on work plans, update periodically and report to managers and directors.
  • Maintain regular and predictable attendance: Perform related duties and responsibilities as required. Comply with District policies. Complete all required training. Maintain a working knowledge and comply with District safety procedures and specific safety requirements of this position, and those in accordance with applicable provisions of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) and Washington Administrative Code (WAC).
  • As a secondary function, drive a motorized vehicle while conducting business on behalf of the District.

Project Planner Scheduler Senior Qualifications

Project Planner Scheduler Senior Education
Equivalent experience (year for year) may substitute for required education.
  • Bachelor's Degree (B.S. or B.A.) in Business, Construction Management, Engineering Technology, Engineering from a four-year college or university is required. 
  • Equivalent experience (year for year) may substitute for required education. 

Experience
  • 8+ years with demonstrated progressive responsibility as a project scheduler, project manager, construction manager, project engineer, project superintendent or operations manager in the utility and/or construction industries is required. 
  • Experience in a generation-based utility directly involved in complex projects is highly preferred. 

Licenses and Certifications
  • Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)-PMI is preferred. 
  • Certificates in various project management disciplines and/or project management tools are preferred.  

Skills and Abilities
A fully skilled incumbent will have the following knowledge skills & abilities: 
  • Thorough knowledge of project management, project scheduling and construction means and methods used to manage complex projects in the utility, hydroelectric, water resource and construction fields.
  • Effective and relevant working knowledge of public works procurement, bidding, award and close out processes, according to Washington state law. 
  • Strong communication, teamwork, coordination and conflict resolution skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and critical thinking ability and the ability to effectively collaborate with project managers, engineers, contractors, maintenance managers, crafts people and utility leadership.
  • To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of the following:

    - PeopleSoft timekeeping 
    - Maximo 
    - Primavera 
    - Microsoft 365 software (Excel, Word, etc.) 
  • Expertise in operation of computers and general office equipment. 
  • Must be proficient in reading, writing and speaking English. 

All three roles:

Physical Demands
  • Sitting - Regularly
  • Standing - Occasionally
  • Walking - Occasionally
  • Lifting 1-10 lbs Floor-Waist - Occasionally
  • Lifting 1-10 lbs Waist-Shoulders - Occasionally
  • Lifting 1-10 lbs Above Shoulders - Occasionally
  • Lifting 11-25 lbs Floor-Waist - Occasionally
  • Lifting 11-25 lbs Waist-Shoulders - Occasionally
  • Lifting 25 - 50 lbs Floor-Waist (copier paper) - Occasionally
  • Climb Stairs - Occasionally
  • Twisting at Waist - Occasionally
  • Stooping/Bending - Occasionally
  • Reach Floor to Waist - Occasionally
  • Reach Waist to Shoulder - Occasionally
  • Reach Above Shoulder - Occasionally
  • Wrist/hand/fingers manipulation (keyboarding, mousing, etc.) - Occasionally
  • Hand Controls (joy stick, controls on equipment, etc.) - Occasionally
  • Repetitive Motions - Frequently
  • Talking - Frequently
  • Hearing - Frequently
  • Visual - Near Acuity - Occasionally
  • Visual - Far Acuity - Occasionally
  • Visual - Depth Perception - Occasionally
  • Visual - Color Discrimination - Occasionally

Working Conditions
  • Exposure to Weather - Occasionally
  • Proximity to Moving Mechanical Parts - Occasionally
  • Atmospheric Conditions (dust, fumes, etc.) - Occasionally
  • Noise Intensity Level: - Moderate

District Values
  • Safety - Protect public and employee health and safety
  • Stewardship - Acting on behalf of customer-owners, protecting public resources entrusted to us
  • Trustworthy - Competence, integrity, respect
  • Operational Excellence - High-quality innovative work execution
 

DISCLAIMER

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions for this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility. This should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements.  Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload.

EEO

Chelan PUD is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
 We value diversity at all levels of the organization. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected classifications as defined by law.
EEO Law Posters can be found on the main Careers page in English and Spanish. 

Chelan PUD will not be offering any work visa sponsorship for this role.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-I.35(c)

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